Limited Mobility - Need Low Impact Lower Body Workout

jaysgirl092516

I have spinal and cervical stenosis, two surgeries. Looking to tone up lower body, but lunges, planks, etc. are no good for me. Any exercises you can offer? Thanks.

wmweeza

I just look up "Disabled exercise" on youtube for different workouts

lkpducky

Have you been referred to a physical therapist? In your situation, you'll need that kind of specialized guidance to learn the right exercises to get you strong again without further injury.

jaysgirl092516

wmweeza wrote: »

I just look up "Disabled exercise" on youtube for different workouts

I found "chair" exercises on youtube, as well, that I'm going to try with my resistance bands. I am permitted to use my elliptical on low resistance and short periods, but I am looking for different routines to mix it up; otherwise, I get too bored doing the same thing over and over.

jaysgirl092516

lkpducky wrote: »

Have you been referred to a physical therapist? In your situation, you'll need that kind of specialized guidance to learn the right exercises to get you strong again without further injury.

I just finished up PT again for my neck and they did give me a few ideas for my lower body.

snickerscharlie

jaysgirl092516 wrote: »

lkpducky wrote: »

Have you been referred to a physical therapist? In your situation, you'll need that kind of specialized guidance to learn the right exercises to get you strong again without further injury.

I just finished up PT again for my neck and they did give me a few ideas for my lower body.

I would use those, then. Taking suggestions from random internet strangers may not be in your best interest.

wingweaver0730

If you are in the position to be doing any type of water exercises, I recommend the pool. You'd be amazed at how much you can actually sweat while doing water aerobics.

Talk to your PT team about what would be safe for you there.

tcunbeliever

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